| Holistic Health Practitioner Diploma
Holistic Health Practitioner focus aim to mobilize self healing processes to restore the harmonious working of the physical,biochemical,mind and emotions of the body.Balancing encompasses many different natural healing methods; which will promote relaxation, circulation improvement and balance the natural rhythms of the body.
This goal of this course is to teach students an integrated approach to health and wellness with skills and techniques in the field of massage therapy and complementary health . This is accomplished through learning holistic healing modalities and hands -on techniques utilized during the class and through case studies. Topic includes :Anatomy /physiology/ Pathology,effective communication skills, therapeutic massage theory techniques and application and contraindication, hot stone massage,aromatherapy massage,relaxation therapy, mind/ body/ emotional connection in regards to stress, aromatherapy,reflexology,nutrition,application of healing modalities, energy balancing &muscle testing,introduction to herbs, demonstration of clinical case studies.
Topics covered in this course include:
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Intro to Anatomy /Physiology- The first step in learning how to care for the human body, is knowing how it is structured, and how it works. This course helps you put names to the parts and systems, and gives you understanding of how the systems work together to affect the whole person.
The Skeletal System
The Muscular System
The Lymphatic System
The Cardiovascular System
The Respiratory System
The Digestive System
The Female Reproductive System
The Male Reproductive System
The Neurological System
The Endocrine System
The Immune System
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Introduction to holistic health,mind&body response to stress,
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Relaxation,breathing,meditation, visualization.
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Aromatherapy This course consists of History, Carrier oils, Essential oils,Blending/measuring and performing treatment.
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Introduction to Massage therapy techniques effleurage,stroking, petrissage, friction, kneading,indication and contraindication, Aroma-Facials, Stone Massage, Swedish Massage.
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Intro effective communication skills,advertising, marketing, promotion,dress code,answering a telephone.
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Intro to Herbs Herbology is the oldest way of healing with natural remedies. This is an introductory class.
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Intro to Nutrition / Fitness Food and Health, What are we eating? This course is on how food, vitamins, supplements & minerals work in the body.
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Muscle Testing- a natural healing method that uses muscle testing to evaluate your body and stress accumulation in the body
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Reflexology ( Foot) This course consists Theory, Practical, Zones, History, Reflex technique
- Energy Balancing Level introduce the student into the ancient art of hands on healing.
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Practical : 80 hrs. internship /extern ship Case studies required in (These are 1 hr. sessions): Aroma therapy 20, Massage 25, Reflexology 20, Energy Balancing 15 .
Course duration 8 months including 2 months to complete practical
Course is offered days evenings and weekends.
Extra charge: -Text books ), Towels/Sheets/Blanket, Essential Oils, Folding Massage Table and at least one appropriate work outfit. (approx. $500.00)
Pre-requisite- High school diploma mature student 19 years older, First Aid&CPR Certificate,Criminal Reference check, Hepatitis b vaccine,and Tb skin test,
Holistic Health Practitioner do not Diagnose, Prescribe or change a clients medication in anyway. These courses are more for preventative medicine/ stress release, circulation improvement and to help bring the body back into balance
This course combines lectures, demonstrations techniques , along with hands on experience in the classroom , Students are expected to complete clinical intern/externship . Student will have up to 5 months to complete their clinical.
Upon completion of theory and practice of the Holistic Health Practitioner training program students whose grade point average 70% will be awarded The Holistic Health Practitioner Diploma.
Upon completion Student automatically receives a 1 years membership of the National Association of Holistic Health Practitioners.(NAHHP)
This course can also be complete by distance learning.
Contact Us .905-452-8139
Email us at: info@collegeofhealthstudies.com
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